Cherry Good Oatmeal
February 16, 2010 in Breakfast, Recipes
Eating a color-rich diet can be deliciously good for you. Cherries, one of
America’s “super-fruits” is rich in nutrients and loaded with antioxidants. Try this delicious Cherry Good Oatmeal recipe to start your day.
Ingredients
- 2 cups lowfat milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2/3 cup mixed dried berries and cherries (red tart cherries, blueberries and strawberries)
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup lowfat milk
- 4 teaspoons chopped toasted pecans or walnuts (optional)*
Preparation
- Bring 2 cups milk and the salt to boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in dried oats; then stir in dried berries, cherries and cinnamon.
- Reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
- To serve, spoon oatmeal into bowls. Pour 2 tablespoons milk over each serving. Sprinkle with brown sugar and, if desired, nuts.
Nutrition
Serves
Makes 4 (1/2-cup) servings
